Religion C 225 – Brother Griffiths Study Guide – Exam #3

These flashcards cover key figures, events, and doctrinal teachings related to the lecture notes for Religion C 225.

Hyrum Smith

Brother of Joseph Smith, killed at Carthage Jail, designated successor of Joseph Smith.

Emma Smith

1st president of the Relief Society, had a complicated relationship with polygamy (sec 132), and did not support Brigham Young.

Elijah Abel

An African American ordained to the priesthood during Joseph Smith’s lifetime.

Joseph Smith

Martyr at Carthage Jail, known as the Prophet of the Restoration.

Spencer W. Kimball

President of the Church who updated priesthood policy during the Worldwide Church era, known for Official Declaration 2.

David O. McKay

President of the church who prayed for revelation about the priesthood policy but ultimately did not change it.

Brigham Young

Leader who directed the exodus west and was chosen to be the next prophet after Joseph Smith.

Kirtland Temple

The first temple dedicated in the Church, key events included the Kirtland Pentecost.

Plural Marriage

A practice taught by Joseph Smith and practiced in Nauvoo, but shrouded in secrecy.

Doctrine and Covenants (D&C) 132

Section pertaining to celestial marriage and the principle of plural marriage.

Joseph F. Smith

Received D&C 138 about the spirit world; instrumental in codifying church policies.

King Follett Discourse

Joseph Smith's teachings concerning the nature of angels, humans, and the divine.

Mountain Meadows Massacre

Historical event involving John D. Lee that led to a tragic loss of life.

The Council of Fifty

Organized Joseph Smith’s presidential campaign and oversaw the exodus west.

Official Declaration 1

Manifesto regarding plural marriage, officially ending the practice in the Church.

Official Declaration 2 (OD #2)

Spencer W. Kimball’s declaration lifting the ban on blacks holding the priesthood.

Sacred Treasury

Funds designated for building temples, churches, and missionary work.

Historical Sequence

The timeline of significant events in the Church from its beginnings through the Worldwide Church era.

Restoration

The process and events leading to the re-establishment of the Gospel as restored by Joseph Smith.

Proxy Baptism Instruction

Revelation provided in D&C 127 regarding baptisms for the dead.

Relief Society

Founded by Emma Smith to aid in the construction of the Nauvoo Temple and service projects.

Nauvoo House

A secular home for travelers and an important building during the Church’s time in Nauvoo.